Radiologist, Kaihaumanu hihiora
Also known as
- Clinical radiologist, diagnostic and interventional radiologist, diagnostic radiologist, nuclear medicine physician, radiological medical advisor, interventional radiologist
Radiologists use x-rays and other medical imaging technology to diagnose and make treatment decisions. They may also carry out minor medical procedures and tests.
Your pay could be
$185K
Lower
$206K to $247K
Most common
$268K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Radiologists
- usually work regular business hours but may work on call and overtime including nights and weekends
- usually work in hospitals, clinics and private practices, and may travel locally
- may work in hazardous conditions
- may do emotionally demanding work
- need to be accurate, work well under pressure and identify and solve problems
Tasks
- gather medical information from patient histories
- collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals
- analyse test data or images to inform diagnosis or treatment
- prepare reports summarising patient diagnostic or care activities
- send information, materials or documentation
- communicate detailed medical information to patients or family members
- communicate test or assessment results to medical professionals
- explain medical procedures or test results to patients or family members
- operate on patients to treat conditions
- train medical providers
Investigative
Practical
Social
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou need more than one qualification to become a radiologist.
You need
- to complete the Health Sciences First Year programme at the University of Otago OR the first year of either the Bachelor of Health Sciences or Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science at the University of Auckland
- a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
- 2 years of general medical experience
- 6 years of specialist training and examinations to become a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists
- a current Annual Practising Certificate
- to pass a police check
Registration
You need to be registered to do this job. This means you meet your industry's professional standards.
Medical Council of New Zealand
Te Kaunihera Rata o Aotearoa
Phone Number,0800 286 801
enquiry@mcnz.org.nz
https://www.mcnz.org.nzIf you’re in school
You need University Entrance to do the study or training for this job.
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